Norwegian clean energy provider Alma Clean Power has completed testing of a 100 kW fuel-cell system directly powered by ammonia, marking a groundbreaking achievement for the maritime industry. The testing took place at the Energy House in Stord, where the system was integrated into a simulated maritime setting. The successful validation of the 100 kW module paves the way for the development of larger power systems using this technology as a foundational component. The project, named Clean Ammonia Power (CAP), involves collaborations with industry giants like Wärtsilä, Equinor, Yara, and Eidesvik, and is supported by Innovation Norway, Sustainable Energy, and Siva. Alma Clean Power's innovative solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) system directly converts ammonia into electricity without the need for upstream cracking, representing a significant leap in clean energy technology. CEO Bernt Skeie expressed pride in the team's efforts in bringing this system to life and highlighted its potential to revolutionize energy solutions in the maritime sector. The company's focus on high-temperature SOFC technology aims to decarbonize deep-sea shipping by providing zero-emission operation with hydrogen-based fuels or efficient carbon capture from fossil-based fuels like LNG. Alma Clean Power's pilot and demonstration phase is crucial for refining the technology as it moves towards commercialization. Studies suggest that green ammonia could play a vital role in decarbonizing global shipping, making it a promising zero-carbon marine fuel alongside hydrogen. This step forward not only showcases Alma Clean Power's commitment to sustainable energy but also signifies a significant advancement in clean and efficient power solutions for the maritime industry.